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Q: Hi, I plan to create a small portfolio by combining both global momentum and global value stock etfs in equal proportion. For the etfs, i plan to use vanguard momentum etf(VMO) and vangurd value factor etf (VVL). My time horizon is 12 years. My aim is to get better result than the bench marks while getting global exposure. Is this a sound strategy? Thanks
Read Answer Asked by Ron on January 16, 2017
Q: I own SJ in a couple of portfolios. I am considering selling but do not want to sell until the stock settles, but thinking long term would it be best to move out of this stock into another stock in the same sector. One of the portfolios is a RESP with the funds being used in the next 3 to 4 years. The other portfolios have a much longer time frame. Your guidance is greatly appreciated.
Read Answer Asked by stephen on January 16, 2017
Q: Is there a way of reviewing the "Member Updates" section -- i.e., the monthly commentary where you make changes in the portfolios, etc.? I'm usually pretty good at keeping those notes, but I didn't for last month, and wanted to review your comments on your portfolio changes. The rationale you provide behind your choices is always of interest. Thanks. (I know what the changes are, just looking at the portfolios, but would want to look at your notes from that time.)
Read Answer Asked by Sylvia on January 16, 2017
Q: Hi,would you sell Avo or Bos at this time as i'am trying to be more conservative,to ride out Trump for the next six months or more.
Also for say 50-60,000 could you recommend say three etfs or stock with 2-4% dividend that would be fairly safe going forward,as I do not want a GIC at less than 1%. I do realize there is always going to be risks in the Market.
Thanks for your good guidance,Brad
Read Answer Asked by Brad on January 16, 2017
Q: I am looking at adding one of the two to my US holdings and would appreciate your thoughts. Which would be the better long term hold, for 5 years? Tencent Holdings, or Impinj?

Acknowledging that you do not focus on US stocks, I still value your opinion -- as you helped me (along with many others no doubt) hit it out of the ballpark with both NVDA and Tenneco. (Thank You! )

Read Answer Asked by Sylvia on January 16, 2017
Q: My portfolio consists of 14% Financial stocks that include; 6.5% BNS,3% TNC, 3% ECN, and a new purchase this week of 2.5% RY. TNC and ECN are in my TFSA, the RRSP has the other two. Two questions, overall should I have more financials, if so a suggestion please? I have a high tolerance for risk and a long time frame in mind if required, of course quick gains are always appreciated. haha
Read Answer Asked by Charles on January 16, 2017
Q: My energy holdings are ENB, IPL, TRP and PKI. I wish to reduce energy exposure and have targetted IPL or TRP. Div income is not a consideration although held in a non-reg acct. I am in favour of selling IPL however some TRP metrics tell me maybe it should be TRP (TRP ROE = -11%, EPS = -$2.76 although recognize TRP is approx 5x market cap of IPL). Both are good companies and recognize I have some duplication. I welcome 5i thoughts for long term hold based on numbers, projects, etc.
Read Answer Asked by Bob on January 16, 2017
Q: Hey Guys, can you tell me why you recommend PBH over MTY. I know that a few managers have recommended MTY over the last couple years and I'm looking at the fundamentals of both and see positives to both. The stand out positive to MTY being the ROE. I like the better div with PBH and like its growth outlook. So I'd like to understand why you see PBH being better. Trying to expand my analysis abilities. Thanks!
Read Answer Asked by Adam on January 16, 2017
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